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ONWARDS

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UPWARDS

I build clients’ confidence and competence through fun outdoor activities.

They strengthen their mental health, physical fitness, and technical skills in a safe environment.

Together we create awesome memories and a sense of achievement.

“The greatest adventure is what lies ahead.” – JRR Tolkien

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Services

Child Rock Climbing
CLIMBING

Bouldering, top-roping and lead climbing either indoors or outdoors

Beginner Sessions

Improvement courses

One to one coaching

Climbing days out

Overseas holidays

Fitness programmes

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PADDLE SPORTS

Guided trips and coaching in

either kayaks or canoes

Beginner sessions

Improvement courses

One to one coaching

Half-day and full-day trips

Multi-day journeys

Group expeditions

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HIKING

Walks and training in Lowland, Hill and Mountain environments

Half-day walks

Single day hikes

Multi-day treks

Overseas expeditions

Navigation skills training

Charity walk support

Services
About
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About

Onwards & Upwards is a new company created by Tony Kerr following years of providing instruction and coaching in the outdoor industry to thousands of other people's clients.

 

Trained in the provision of climbing, paddling, and hiking activities, I am now offering my services directly to the public with an emphasis on promoting mental and physical well-being. My personal life experiences give me a special understanding of, and empathy for, other people's physical, mental, and behavioral challenges.

I truly believe that outdoor activities enable us to feel better, be better, and do better

The hardest step of any journey is the first step, let me help you take it. :)

Testimonials

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“Tony is a great teacher, nothing is too much trouble! He is so encouraging and you walk away from a session with him filled with confidence! He is a fountain of climbing knowledge, I would recommend a climbing session with Tony to anyone!”

Katie Randall

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“Tony was amazing… the first time I went paddling I wouldn’t join in… I always said “I can’t” but now “can’t” isn’t a word in my head… he made me feel safe on the water… he helped me with my confidence and now I love canoeing and kayaking, thanks to him.”

Lucy (aged 11)

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“Tony has given me the physical and mental confidence in his training exercises to push myself further on my endurance hikes. Along with technical knowledge and tricks of the trade in the wilderness he has been an absolute rock.”

Gavin J Blissett

Events
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Upcoming Events

CLIMBING

One-to-one introduction
to Outdoor Bouldering

 

£35 pp 90min session or

£120 pp 4 week course

PADDLE SPORTS

Introduction to Kayaking

Introduction to Canoeing

 

£20 pp 90min group session

or £80 one day course

HIKING

Half-day and full-day guided 

walks for small groups

 

From £30 to £80 pp.

Currently only 2 to 5 participants

Enquiries

COVID-19 Statement

While Government advice allows groups of 6 or less to meet locally outside I will be operating one-to-one and small group sessions while maintaining social distancing and safe hygiene procedures.

Enquiries

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Please fill in the form above, and I will get back to you as soon as I can. Or alternatively, feel free to contact me by phone or email.

PHONE NUMBER: +44 (0) 7774 804669

EMAIL: tony@onwards-and-upwards.com

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"Every mountain top is within reach if you just keep climbing."

Barry Finlay

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